1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 1999 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | GAZ |
| Model | VX4 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
